Down Town Phoenix

There’s an ever-growing number of nightlife options in Downtown Phoenix, but one area in particular stands out as downtown’s newest hub for bars and nighttime entertainment. Spanning First Street to First Avenue and Monroe to Adams streets, this seven-block stretch has become a downtown destination thanks to Seamus McCaffrey’s, Valley Bar, Hanny’s, Melinda’s Alley, and soon Cornish Pasty.

Coincidentally, these bars have created what we’ve dubbed a “bar cluster” — or a dense area full of bars and nightlife venues. And with three light rail stops nearby, four hotels in direct proximity and a growing residential population — this area is especially situated for success. While this cluster formed naturally, Downtown Phoenix Inc.’s economic development coordinator Daniel Martin-Mora hopes to continue the momentum by connecting potential business owners with neighboring property owners. After months of surveying and research, Martin noted an unmet demand for bars and pubs in downtown, and began to identify available commercial spaces just begging for a new concept to move in. “I see this as a great opportunity to connect with those in the bar industry, because there are still spaces available within this area,” he said. “There’s a growing energy courtesy of the existing successful businesses and the location is ideal.” Visit DTPHX Here!